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As the U.S. pushes for domestic drone production, funding and execution lag behind policy goals The Pentagon’s Department of Government Efficiency, known as DOGE, is taking a central role in reshaping how the U.S. military acquires drones. According to a recent Reuters report, DOGE has been tasked with streamlining procurement across the Department of War, […]
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New system targets public safety needs as demand grows for American-made drone alternatives Flock Safety has announced Alpha, its first American-made, NDAA-compliant drone designed specifically for emergency response. The system is positioned to set new standards for speed, flight endurance, and imaging capability within the Drone as First Responder (DFR) market. Alpha is now available […]
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Proposed rules may extend restrictions to previously authorized devices and components The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced a new vote aimed at closing what it describes as “loopholes” in existing regulations governing equipment produced by companies considered security risks. FCC Chairman Brendan Carr said October 7 that the Commission will consider new rules to […]
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Former Navy Aviator to Lead Company Into Next Era of Growth Ascent AeroSystems has announced that Paul Fermo will become the company’s new president on October 1, 2025, as cofounder and CEO Peter Fuchs retires and transitions to an advisory role. The leadership change comes at a pivotal time for the drone industry in the […]
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SPIRIT now cleared as both a full system and modular component under DIU’s Blue UAS programs Ascent AeroSystems, based in Massachusetts, has reached a significant milestone. Its Spirit coaxial UAV platform has been recognized by the Defense Innovation Unit in two categories. Spirit is now included in both the Blue UAS Cleared List of complete […]
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Partnership adds Wåsp platform to Ondas Autonomous Systems portfolio amid rising demand for scalable defense drones Strategic Move Expands Ondas’ Defense Portfolio Ondas Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:ONDS) has announced a strategic investment in Norwegian defense technology company Rift Dynamics AS. The deal gives Ondas’ subsidiary, American Robotics, exclusive rights to distribute Rift’s Wåsp platform to the […]
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Laws proposed to encourage production, export of drones for defense By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Federal lawmakers have introduced legislation that would make it easier to produce U.S.-made drones for the Department of Defense (DOD) and to export military drones produced in the United States to friendly countries. A bipartisan bill, the Leading Exports […]
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The U.S. Army is launching a new digital “marketplace” to help match unmanned aerial systems (UAS) with warfighter needs based on mission requirements and verified performance data, says a recent article in DefenseScoop. A Strategic Pivot Toward Speed and Transparency The Army’s forthcoming UAS marketplace represents a fundamental shift away from traditional acquisition models. Instead […]
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George Matus founded Teal Drones in 2015 at just 18 years old, turning a high-school passion into a company recognized for its fast, modular drones with onboard computing power. Matus built Teal to deliver high-performance platforms for both consumer and enterprise markets. His early work earned him a Thiel Fellowship and a spot on Forbes’ […]
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The United States is now taking its broadest, most coordinated action yet to shape the future of its drone ecosystem. Through a mix of regulatory restriction—the “stick”—and an array of market-building incentives—the “carrot”—federal agencies and lawmakers are pursuing their overarching goal: building a robust, innovative, and secure U.S. drone industry while reducing national reliance on […]
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